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South Cook Area Wide Institute Day 2026
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Monday, November 2
 

10:10am CST

Special Educator Networking
Monday November 2, 2026 10:10am - 10:25am CST
In this session there will be a structured opportunity to bring questions and/or participate in a problem solution setting with colleagues.  
Speakers
avatar for Kathleen Doyle

Kathleen Doyle

Consultant, South Cook ISC
VK

Vanessa Kinder

South Cook ISC
Monday November 2, 2026 10:10am - 10:25am CST
120

11:10am CST

Embrace the Challenge: Turning Pressure into Performance
Monday November 2, 2026 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
This dynamic one-hour workshop, inspired by "Can't Hurt Me" by David Goggins, explores how personal resilience and mental toughness can transform leadership and promote holistic staff wellness. Participants will dive into core principles such as radical accountability, the 40% Rule, and the power of embracing discomfort. Through guided reflection and group discussion, attendees will learn how to apply these ideas to build emotional resilience and model strong, sustainable leadership behaviors. The session emphasizes that self-discipline and vulnerability are not just personal strengths—they are essential tools for effective leadership. By adopting Goggins’ mindset, leaders can create a workplace culture that fosters growth, courage, and psychological safety. We will explore how pushing beyond perceived limits can reduce burnout by building inner strength and redefining challenge as opportunity. Attendees will engage in practical exercises, including the "Accountability Mirror" and discomfort zone mapping, to personalize these tools for their own roles. This workshop offers a powerful reset for leaders ready to lead from the front with clarity, compassion, and conviction. Ultimately, participants will leave with actionable strategies to enhance both their leadership impact and the collective wellness of their teams.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Anthony Marinello

Dr. Anthony Marinello

Executive Director, South Cook
Monday November 2, 2026 11:10am - 12:00pm CST
120

12:10pm CST

Embrace the Challenge: Turning Pressure into Performance
Monday November 2, 2026 12:10pm - 1:00pm CST
This dynamic one-hour workshop, inspired by "Can't Hurt Me" by David Goggins, explores how personal resilience and mental toughness can transform leadership and promote holistic staff wellness. Participants will dive into core principles such as radical accountability, the 40% Rule, and the power of embracing discomfort. Through guided reflection and group discussion, attendees will learn how to apply these ideas to build emotional resilience and model strong, sustainable leadership behaviors. The session emphasizes that self-discipline and vulnerability are not just personal strengths—they are essential tools for effective leadership. By adopting Goggins’ mindset, leaders can create a workplace culture that fosters growth, courage, and psychological safety. We will explore how pushing beyond perceived limits can reduce burnout by building inner strength and redefining challenge as opportunity. Attendees will engage in practical exercises, including the "Accountability Mirror" and discomfort zone mapping, to personalize these tools for their own roles. This workshop offers a powerful reset for leaders ready to lead from the front with clarity, compassion, and conviction. Ultimately, participants will leave with actionable strategies to enhance both their leadership impact and the collective wellness of their teams.
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Anthony Marinello

Dr. Anthony Marinello

Executive Director, South Cook
Monday November 2, 2026 12:10pm - 1:00pm CST
120
 
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